Clarity Compressed with Paul J. Daly

We really did it, and you are in for a real treat this week. We made it through 2020 with enough sanity and fortitude to be resolved to make 2021 something special. That’s why we’re going to be hearing from several Clarity Compressed Alumni as we head into the new year.

Get ready for quick shots of insights and encouragement from (in order of appearance):

Darren Doane, Founder and CEO of the Doane Agency

James Orisini, President of the Sasha group

Dr. Nicole Lipkin, Founder and CEO Equilibria Leadership Consulting

Alex Vetter, CEO of CARS Inc

Brian Benstock, Partner/VP Paragon Honda

Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer, Vayner X

Personally speaking, I want to encourage all of you to work hard to shut out the negativity and venom of mass media and social media and infuse those around you with care, compassion, and kindness. ESPECIALLY, for those who might not agree with all of your views. That’s when it really counts.

May our collective 2021 be marked by THESE things.

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I originally recorded this interview with David Long to release it to car dealers, but since it was so relevant to ANY leader, I wanted to share it with you all as well! He’s the Executive General Manager at Hansel Automotive Group, located in the San Francisco Bay area. Although David’s profession is in the automotive industry, his true genius is found in how he is able to keep people together, and inspired, through some of the toughest situations. I just had to share it with you.

If you are a leader in any way, shape, or form (parents are included in that!), I know you will find encouragement in the stories and wisdom of David.

Until next time, I hope you have a blessed and amazing Christmas and Holiday week with those you love the most.

All I want for Christmas for both you and I, is CLARITY.

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I hope you are ready to finish out 2020 with me and go into 2021 with some perspective on where you are heading. Today’s guest will help you do just that. I had the privilege to sit with Ty Montague. If you haven’t heard of him before, you’re in for a treat.

Ty has is the co:founder and CEO of NY based co:collective who helps develop and implement purpose-led strategies for some of the most inspiring organizations in the world. Little old companies like Google, PUMA, Infinity, Capital One, and Timberland to name a few. Before that Ty helped some of the worlds best agencies like Weiden & Kennedy, WPP, J. Walter Thompson and others where he worked with brands like Nike, Ford, Mercedes Bens and other mom and pop’s like them. 

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We talk about how storytelling isn’t enough in your brand and marketing. These days, people are more likely to make purchasing decisions based on what your company actually DOES. Ty talks us through a quick diagnostic tool you can use in your business TODAY.  

Pursue Clarity and go DO SOMETHING!

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Have you ever been hard on yourself for not being able to keep balance in your life? I have. I find that there are some areas in which I naturally find balance and some which it seems like a complete enigma.

One thing is for sure, there is no “one thing” you can change that guarantees balance in any area. That’s because life is not steady. It’s anything but consistent, as we are barraged with outside influences that require continuous correction. 

In this short episode I talk about how “balance” and “clarity” are very similar in the way it takes a constant pursuit. The pursuit is actually the goal.

May you find the balance you need heading into 2021 and beyond.

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We made it to December! The momentum of what has transpired in our country since March has been fast and furious. I think a lot of us have been asking, “How did we get here?” in so many areas of life: personally, professionally, politically, and beyond. This line of thinking led me to the topic of today's episode, Momentum. 

We usually hear about the great traits of momentum and strive to accumulate some. However, I think the flip side is much more impactful to us on a regular basis. I’m talking about the type of momentum we don’t think about but leads us to make all types of decisions that we wouldn’t make if we took a fresh pass.

I hope this quick episode gives you some CLARITY to push back on some of the unfavorable momentum in your life. 

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It’s a great week to be Thankful! This week I’m extra thankful for my friend, David Long for inadvertently giving me the topic for this week’s podcast. We were together for the Live Event in Philly I put on a couple of weeks ago. After a VERY long and engaging day at the event, I was completely drained. 

I always leave everything on the field on days like this and as I was stepping into the hotel elevator I said to David, “I’m going to be totally useless tomorrow.” And what David said next changed my perspective forever. 

When you listen to this short episode, I hope it changes yours too!  

I want to close this email by telling you how incredibly thankful I am for you being a part of this community. There is no shortage of people to connect with these days, and I’m so glad you connect here.  

May you have a refreshing Thanksgiving break. One that brings you Turkey AND CLARITY! 

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I hope every single one of you is doing well today…really! I’m about to share something that is sure to make your day even better. I’m about to share the conversation I had with the insightful and inspirational, Glenn Lundy. (You really should check out his social media and especially his daily morning show, Rise and Grind.

This interview happened last Thursday in Philly after a REALLY long day putting on a live event. After Glenn dropped a fiery keynote to close out the event, he sat down with me to go deep on life, purpose, and the reasons so many people lose their way in business and their personal lives. 

He talks about being low and a failed attempt to take his own life. He shares a beautiful story of what he learned by watching his Grandfather pass while holding his bride of 49 years in his arms. But most importantly, Glenn shares the reasons we all can keep our heads up and have hope in these dark and challenging times. 

May Glenn’s openness bring some CLARITY to your day! 

Paul

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This is one of those weeks where I get to introduce you to another one of my friends, the one and only Jasmine Star. Jasmine is the founder of the exploding platform, Social Curator and before that a very successful photographer. She’s got hundreds of thousands of devoted followers, been featured on Forbes, MSNBC, Entrepreneur, The Huff Post and more because of her own energy and entrepreneurial energy.

Jasmine and I first met back in 2017 at one of the very first of Gary Vaynerchuk’s 4D’s Event. Since then, both of our businesses and lives have changed quite a bit, but the entrepreneurial energy and drive is running stronger than ever. 

Our conversation gets into many relevant topics for business owners and entrepreneurs who are working to turn this mess of 2020 into the success of 2021. I know the insights and motivation that Jasmine shares in this interview will provide some clarity and perspective for you, like they did for me. 

You can check out Jasmine’s company and ecosystem at www.jasminestar.com There are a lot of free resources for you!

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Before I start: I’m doing a thing, Live in Philly next Thursday…for real

NOW, I was on a date with my wife this past week when she blew my mind and said “I don’t want to live in the “what if”, I want to live in the “what is”. WOW! I immediately told her I was stealing that for this week's podcast, LOL

So many people spend their lives thinking about what “could be” and never find contentment with what they already have. Not a very healthy or happy way to live. But then, I thought about it from the other side…if everyone was so content with the way things are, then we would never innovate and improve. It's the very basis of entrepreneurship…(((mind blown again))).

So what is the best way to look at things? The answer is BOTH. The tricky part is knowing when to deploy each. That only comes with a healthy perspective…or CLARITY on when you fall out of balance on the two. That’s when it becomes toxic to you and those around you.

I hope this episode helps you think meaningfully about this apparent paradox in a way that allows you to give, serve, innovate, and ENJOY this gift of life.

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So I decided to do it. Take a big swing in a time when most people are protecting the plate. (In baseball, ‘protecting the plate’ is basically a half-swing that’s primary purpose is to NOT get a strike). I decided to host a live, in-person event in Philly in a time when all the other events in the Automotive Industry have been cancelled. (P.S. You should come and hang out 🤣)

I believe that this could be one of those “flag in the ground” moments. This could be a symbolic gesture that inspires and encourages an industry and beyond! But just like every big swing, it could miss the mark.

It’s a brave, new world where the old formulas just don’t work anymore and you can either wait for someone else to figure out the new way, or get busy figuring it out yourself. Sure, it might not work like you planned. Sure, the people you THOUGHT were innovative will take a step back because they aren’t as all-in as they’ve been saying. Sure, you’ll have to sign for a venue, and food, and camera crew, and swag before you’ve locked in attendance…oh wait, that’s me. 🙂

I’m standing here in the midst of the pre-game jitters as I write this, and I know many of you are in the different areas of your lives, too. New careers, new places, new parenting styles, new skill sets, and new risks are a part of our lives now. What are YOU going to do about it?

Are you going to take a big swing…or protect the plate?

I’m not even advocating for one or the other. Both are ways to play the game. What I hope is that you get CLARITY on what you really want and embrace that decision with all your heart.

It’s great to be in the game with YOU!

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